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Key Religious Landmarks Vocabulary
famous
famous
[Adjective]

known by a lot of people

Ex: She became famous overnight after her viral video gained millions of views .
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building
building
[noun]

a structure that has walls, a roof, and sometimes many levels, like an apartment, house, school, etc.

Ex: The workers construct the building from the ground up .
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Rome
Rome
[noun]

the capital city of Italy, historically significant as the center of the Roman Empire and the seat of the Vatican

Ex: The Vatican , located within Rome, is the headquarters of the Catholic Church .
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Italy
Italy
[noun]

a country in southern Europe, with a long Mediterranean coastline

Ex: Venice is a city in Italy known for its beautiful canals and gondola rides .
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to build
to build
[Verb]

to put together different materials such as brick to make a building, etc.

Ex: The historical monument was built in the 18th century .
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before Christ

marking the years before Christ's supposed birth

Ex: The ancient city of Rome was traditionally founded in 753 BC.
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current
current
[Adjective]

happening or existing in the present time

Ex: The team is working on current projects that aim to revolutionize the industry 's approach to sustainability .
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emperor
emperor
[noun]

a male king that rules an empire

Ex: The emperor's decree was law throughout the land .
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around
around
[Adverb]

used to express an estimated number, time, or value

Ex: I waited around ten minutes.
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anno Domini
anno Domini
[Adverb]

used to refer to a date that is after the birth of Jesus Christ

Ex: The Renaissance, a period of cultural and intellectual flourishing, occurred in Europe from the 14th to the 17th centuries AD, leading to significant advancements in art, science, and philosophy.
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well preserved
well preserved
[Adjective]

kept in good condition or protected from damage, even after a long time

Ex: Her well preserved letters gave insight into life during the war .
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dome
dome
[noun]

a building's roof that is rounded

Ex: The museum 's rotunda was capped with a soaring dome, creating an impressive architectural focal point .
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oculus
oculus
[noun]

the organ of sight

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to let in
to let in
[Verb]

to permit the passage of water, air, or light through a hole or opening in something

Ex: The breathable fabric of the hiking jacket lets in air, preventing overheating and promoting comfort during strenuous activities.
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over
over
[preposition]

used to express exceeding a particular amount, level, or limit

Ex: They raised over $ 5,000 for charity .
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concrete
concrete
[noun]

a hard material used for building structures, made by mixing cement, water, sand, and small stones

Ex: The construction project involved a large amount of concrete for various structures .
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brick
brick
[noun]

a block of baked clay, mostly used to build houses, walls, etc.

Ex: He learned how to lay bricks as part of his training in construction .
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to look like

to resemble a thing or person in appearance

Ex: Does this house look like the one you stayed in before ?
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Greek
Greek
[Adjective]

belonging or relating to Greece, its people, or its language

Ex: The Greek architecture is admired for its grandeur and complexity.
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temple
temple
[noun]

a building used for worshiping one or several gods, used by some religious communities, especially Buddhists and Hindus

Ex: He made a pilgrimage to the temple to fulfill a vow made to the deity .
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column
column
[noun]

a vertical structural element, often made of stone, that supports the weight of the building above it

Ex: The museum 's entrance was framed by towering columns, adding to its grandeur .
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triangle
triangle
[noun]

(geometry) a flat shape consisting of three straight sides and three angles

Ex: She folded the paper into a triangle for her origami project .
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roof
roof
[noun]

the structure that creates the outer top part of a vehicle, building, etc.

Ex: The snow on the roof started to melt in the warmth of the sun .
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granite
granite
[noun]

a durable and visually appealing natural rock used for countertops, flooring, and other architectural applications

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Egypt
Egypt
[noun]

a country on the continent of Africa with a rich history, famous for its pyramids, temples, and pharaohs

Ex: The pyramids are the most famous tourist attractions in Egypt.
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total
total
[noun]

the complete amount or entirety of something

Ex: All the items together make up the total.
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spacious
spacious
[Adjective]

(of a room, house, etc.) large with a lot of space inside

Ex: The conference room was spacious, able to host meetings with large groups of people .
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floor
floor
[noun]

the bottom of a room that we walk on

Ex: She spilled juice on the floor and immediately cleaned it up .
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marble
marble
[noun]

a type of hard smooth rock that is mostly white in color and has colored lines, which is used as building material or in making statues

Ex: The kitchen countertops were made of polished marble, adding a touch of sophistication to the modern design .
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to decorate

to add beautiful things to something in order to make it look more attractive

Ex: She decided to decorate her garden with fairy lights and flowers .
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pattern
pattern
[noun]

a typically repeating arrangement of shapes, colors, etc., regularly done as a design on a surface

Ex: The artist created a mesmerizing mosaic pattern on the courtyard floor using colorful tiles .
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statue
statue
[noun]

a large object created to look like a person or animal from hard materials such as stone, metal, or wood

Ex: The ancient civilization erected towering statues of gods and goddesses to honor their deities and assert their power .
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tomb
tomb
[noun]

an overground or underground grave that is large in size and is often made of stone

Ex: The tomb was sealed to protect the remains inside from damage .
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artist
artist
[noun]

someone who creates drawings, sculptures, paintings, etc. either as their job or hobby

Ex: The street artist was drawing portraits for passersby .
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to bury
to bury
[Verb]

to put a dead person or animal beneath the ground

Ex: The ancient civilization would bury their leaders with great ceremony .
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Roman
Roman
[Adjective]

related to ancient Rome, its citizens, or empire

Ex: The Roman numeral system uses letters to represent numerical values , such as I , V , X , and L.
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god
god
[noun]

any supernatural being worshipped for controlling aspects of life or personifying a force

Ex: Thor , the god of thunder , was a central figure in Norse mythology .
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pantheon
pantheon
[noun]

a monumental building dedicated to gods and goddesses

Ex: In ancient Greece , the Parthenon served as a pantheon dedicated to the goddess Athena , patron deity of Athens .
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Christian
Christian
[Adjective]

relating to or characteristic of the religion of Christianity

Ex: The museum exhibits Christian art from the Middle Ages .
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church
church
[noun]

a building where Christians go to worship and practice their religion

Ex: He volunteered at the church's soup kitchen to help feed the homeless .
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condition
condition
[noun]

the state of something at a particular time

Ex: The house was in bad condition after being abandoned for years .
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to visit
to visit
[Verb]

to go somewhere for a short time, especially to see something

Ex: They were excited to visit the theme park and experience the thrilling rides and attractions .
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popular
popular
[Adjective]

receiving a lot of love and attention from many people

Ex: His songs are popular because they are easy to dance to .
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tourist
tourist
[noun]

someone who visits a place or travels to different places for pleasure

Ex: Tourists took several photos of the picturesque landscape .
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spot
spot
[noun]

a specific point or location identified relative to surrounding features in an area or region

Ex: He stood in the same spot where the accident occurred .
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visitor
visitor
[noun]

someone who enters a place, such as a building, city, or website, for a particular purpose

Ex: As a tourist destination , the city attracts millions of visitors each year , eager to explore its attractions and culture .
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perfectly
perfectly
[Adverb]

in the best possible way

Ex: The keys were perfectly aligned on the keyboard .
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to balance

to keep something in a stable and even position, typically by adjusting or redistributing weight

Ex: They had to balance the load in the truck to ensure a smooth ride .
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impressive
impressive
[Adjective]

causing admiration because of size, skill, importance, etc.

Ex: The team made an impressive comeback in the final minutes of the game .
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greatness
greatness
[noun]

the property possessed by something or someone of outstanding importance or eminence

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ancient
ancient
[Adjective]

related or belonging to a period of history that is long gone

Ex: The museum housed artifacts from ancient Egypt, including pottery and jewelry.
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